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M&M: No official word from Indonesia on any suspension of vehicle orders
Mahindra said it has received no intimation from Indonesian authorities about suspending its vehicle imports, clarifying a media report and reaffirming its 35,000-unit export order
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MRF to invest ₹5,300 crore in new tyre plant in Tamil Nadu's Sivaganga
MRF has signed a non-binding MoU with the Tamil Nadu government to set up a greenfield tyre manufacturing unit in Sivaganga with an investment of Rs 5,300 crore over 12 years
 "MRF to invest ₹5,300 crore in new tyre plant in Tamil Nadu's Sivaganga")
US submarine torpedoes Iranian naval ship off Sri Lanka, confirms Hegseth
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth said a US submarine had hit an Iranian naval ship in the Indian Ocean, the first such attack on an enemy since World War II
 "US submarine torpedoes Iranian naval ship off Sri Lanka, confirms Hegseth")
Paramount-Warner deal promises to shake up the streaming landscape
Netflix and YouTube have sat comfortably in the lead, competing head to head for the biggest share of viewing time in living rooms around the world
 "Paramount-Warner deal promises to shake up the streaming landscape")
SA vs NZ HIGHLIGHTS T20 WC SF 1: Allen's fiery ton takes Kiwis to final with 9-wicket win vs SA
With both teams still chasing their maiden T20 World Cup title, a place in the final, and a shot at history, is on the line.
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Nato air defences intercept Iran missile over Turkish territory
It was unclear where the missile was headed, but a NATO spokesperson said the trans-Atlantic defence bloc condemned Iran's targeting of Turkey and that it stood firmly with all allies
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Tamil Nadu unveils Shipbuilding Policy 2026 to boost green tech
The policy aims to establish the state as a global leader in sustainable maritime technology, focusing on zero-emission vessels and world-class green recycling facilities
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Karnataka panel backs move to grant Tulu isecond official language status
The panel also included Tharanatha Gatti Kapikad, president of the Karnataka Tulu Sahitya Academy, in an advisory capacity
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Maersk suspends cargo bookings for UAE, Oman, Saudi Arabia amid war
The Jeddah and King Abdullah ports in Saudi Arabia and the Salalah port in Oman remained operational while the shipping group also still accepting cargo to and from Jordan and Lebanon
 "Maersk suspends cargo bookings for UAE, Oman, Saudi Arabia amid war")
Indian gas firms restrict local supplies due to West Asia conflict
The US and Israel's air war on Iran has disrupted fuel shipments in the region, affecting India's key supplier of liquefied natural gas, Qatar
 "Indian gas firms restrict local supplies due to West Asia conflict")
India grapples with grid curtailment, biggest test yet on energy transition
Rising renewable energy capacity is straining India's grid, forcing curtailments and raising concerns over stability
 "India grapples with grid curtailment, biggest test yet on energy transition")
Hormuz shutdown worsens after US hits Iran warship, tankers stranded
Hundreds of other vessels remained outside Hormuz unable to reach ports, shipping data showed. The waterway is a key artery for around a fifth of the world's oil and LNG supply
 "Hormuz shutdown worsens after US hits Iran warship, tankers stranded")
Air India to add more flights to Toronto, Frankfurt, Paris amid high demand
Air India also said that it will continue to "closely assess" the situation and will add flights on these select routes beyond 11 March (based on the situation)
 "Air India to add more flights to Toronto, Frankfurt, Paris amid high demand")
Jio Platforms appoints Dan Bailey as President, to lead global initiatives
Former Deutsche Bank executive Dan Bailey will lead Jio Platforms' international initiatives and report to Akash Ambani as company prepares for global expansion
 "Jio Platforms appoints Dan Bailey as President, to lead global initiatives")
Babar Azam dropped as Pakistan announce squad for ODI series vs Bangladesh
Fast bowler Shaheen Shah Afridi will lead the side in Bangladesh as Pakistan begin preparations for the next ODI cycle
Motilal Oswal Home Finance secures $100 million from Asian Development Bank
Motilal Oswal Home Finance secured $100 million from ADB to expand affordable housing loans for women and support green-certified projects, strengthening its funding base and reach
 "Motilal Oswal Home Finance secures $100 million from Asian Development Bank")
China to send envoy to West Asia for mediation: Foreign Minister Wang Yi
Wang Yi tells Saudi and UAE counterparts China will send special envoy as conflict escalates; urges protection of civilians, energy assets and shipping lanes
 "China to send envoy to West Asia for mediation: Foreign Minister Wang Yi")
Nepal to hold general election on Thursday, first after Gen Z protests
The election campaign concluded mid-night of Monday, March 2. The voting will start at 7 am on Thursday, March 5, and conclude at 5 pm
 "Nepal to hold general election on Thursday, first after Gen Z protests")
Iran firing fewer missiles, its military capabilities 'diminishing': US
Pentagon says Iran's missile fire has declined as US widens inland strikes; confirms submarine torpedo sank Iranian warship off Sri Lanka
 "Iran firing fewer missiles, its military capabilities 'diminishing': US")
Centre has asked states not to undertake own Gulf evacuations: Fadnavis
He emphasised that efforts are being intensified to safely bring back the stuck persons
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